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product_id: 1325120
title: "Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard for PlayStation 3"
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# Strap for keytar-style play 25 velocity-sensitive keys MIDI controller compatibility Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard for PlayStation 3

**Brand:** mad catz
**Price:** C$10912
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Rock your rhythm, on stage or off — the ultimate wireless keyboard experience!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard for PlayStation 3 by mad catz
- **How much does it cost?** C$10912 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ni](https://www.desertcart.ni/products/1325120-rock-band-3-wireless-keyboard-for-playstation-3)

## Best For

- mad catz enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted mad catz brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Dual Functionality:** Double your value—use it as a wireless game controller or a MIDI keyboard with most sequencers.
- • **Pro-Level Playability:** Master real keyboard parts with Rock Band Pro Mode for an authentic musician’s challenge.
- • **Ergonomic & Portable Design:** Play comfortably on a tabletop or rock out strapped over your shoulder like a true keytarist.
- • **Versatile Performance Modes:** Switch seamlessly between traditional 5-key gameplay and pitch-accurate Pro keys to suit your skill level.
- • **Complete Console Integration:** Includes all PS3 control buttons plus wireless connectivity for hassle-free gaming sessions.

## Overview

The Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard for PlayStation 3 is a 25-key, two-octave, velocity-sensitive controller designed for both casual gamers and serious musicians. Compatible with Rock Band 3’s innovative Pro Mode, it offers authentic keyboard gameplay and doubles as a MIDI controller for music production. Its ergonomic design supports tabletop or keytar-style play, complete with wireless connectivity and full PS3 control integration, making it a versatile and immersive instrument for the modern rhythm gamer.

## Description

Product Description As a new innovation to rhythm gaming, the Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard ups the realism of the Rock Band franchise. Crafted after classic professional Keyboard designs, its versatile layout capable of use on a tabletop or strapped over the shoulder like an electric guitar incorporates an ergonomic sensibility that provides comfort to the casual gamer or seasoned musician. The Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard Is fully compatible with both standard and Rock Band Pro modes.Empowering you to rock outside the realm of videogames, the Wireless Keyboard also functions as a MIDI controller and boasts a two-octave, non-weighted, velocity-sensitive keybed ranging from C3 to C5. The MIDI output connector provides compatibility with MIDI software sequencers and hardware devices, while standard console-specific gaming controller buttons deliver seamless console integration. From the Manufacturer Rock Band® 3 is the next generation of the ultimate social and interactive music gaming platform developed by the category's leading pioneers, Harmonix Music Systems. Featuring new innovative game modes and new instruments, Rock Band 3 will change the way fans think about and play music games.As a new innovation to rhythm gaming, the Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard ups the realism of the Rock Band franchise. Crafted after classic professional keyboard designs, its versatile layout—capable of use on a tabletop or strapped over the shoulder like an electric guitar — incorporates an ergonomic sensibility that provides comfort to the casual gamer or seasoned musician. The Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard is fully compatible with both standard and Rock Band Pro modes.Empowering you to rock outside the realm of videogames, the Wireless Keyboard also functions as a MIDI controller and boasts a two-octave, non-weighted, velocity-sensitive keybed ranging from C3 to C5. The MIDI output connector provides compatibility with MIDI software sequencers and hardware devices, while standard console-specific gaming controller buttons deliver seamless console integration. Wireless Keyboard Controller* View larger Rock Band 3's challenging all-new Pro mode. View larger Rock Band 3 takes advantage of the Wireless Keyboard Controller. View largerProduct Features: Two-octave, non-weighted, velocity-sensitive keybed ranging from C3 to C5 – 25 keys total allow players to add keys to the mix in either solo mode or with a full band. Keyboard grip is contoured and incorporates an ergonomic sensibility that Provides comfort to the casual gamer or seasoned musician. Grip includes touch-sensitive strip and overdrive button. Gameplay is available for the traditional Rock Band five-key representational mode ("keys") or pitch-accurate Rock Band Pro mode ("Pro keys"), which lets players experience the challenge and reward of playing along with real keyboard parts until they've mastered them on expert! Versatile layout—capable of use on a tabletop or strapped over the shoulder like an electric guitar. Features 4 action buttons: D-pad, select, start and PS Button. The officially licensed Rock Band 3 Keyboard Stand (sold separately) was custom crafted to accommodate the official Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard controller. Durable, lightweight, and height adjustable to help gamers of all ages get full enjoyment from their all-new instrument. *Only compatible with Rock Band 3 and NOT previously released versions of Rock Band software.

Review: Initial impressions... - With the game 2 weeks away from release, the fervor that it's generating is at its peak as evidenced by the fact that desertcart is sold out of the keyboard (as of 10/12/2010 anyway). I received both keyboard and stand (review for the stand is here: Rock Band 3 - Keyboard Stand for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Wii ) last week. Here are my initial impressions of the keyboard: - Build quality is solid. It has a good weight to it and none of it feels flimsy. Battery compartment is snug and tight and there's no fear of anything running loose. - The keyboard comes with its own strap should you feel inclined to "key-tar" it, 80s style. - The keyboard has a touch pad at the end of the handle, on the top. Presumably you will be able to distort held notes, similar to a whammy bar on the guitar. - The keyboard also has an overdrive button adjacent to the touch pad. - The packaging notes that the keyboard will also be able to play guitar and bass parts as well; why you might feel compelled to do that is unfathomable, but it's available...obviously, it won't support Pro modes for stringed instruments. - The keyboard dongle will allow you to plug in TWO peripherals. This may be key for those of us who own the PS3 slim and may not necessarily want to invest in a USB hub (I did, but that's just me) or any other attachment that allows for additional USB hook-ups. - All of the other PS3 controls (Start, Select, PS button, etc.) are all there just like the Rock Band guitar peripherals. - MIDI is supported ... again, I'm not sure why you might want a 25-key keyboard as a MIDI device when a full keyboard would do the job better, but there you have it. Here is my only con thus far: - Keys are not weighted. Granted, it's a relatively compact peripheral, so weighting the keys would have only required additional precious volume, but for something that is purported to be "velocity-sensitive", weighted keys would have been a benefit in this area. Oh well, you can't have everything. So far - very excited. I will update my review once RB3 comes out. However, my initial impressions given the completed keyboard are very, very positive. -- Edit forthcoming -- -- Edit 10/26/10 -- The keyboard responds very well in gameplay. Keys respond accurately and PRO Mode works as advertised. As a warning, Pro Mode will challenge you quite a bit if you're not experienced with a keyboard. But it's a blast -- enjoy!
Review: Much fun! - I just reviewed the game of Rock Band 3 while discussing the keyboard, but I'll add a few notes here as well. The keyboard is the sole reason I got the game, and was enough to get me to start playing Rock Band for the first time. (I was playing Guitar Hero World Tour before. Not too big on the guitar but the drums are fun.) This keyboard works great. The keys feel better and are more solid than I was anticipating. I've seen more expensive compact midi keyboards that have very cheap flimsy feeling keys. They are sturdy and feel nice. Keyboard works very nicely in the game. I jumped right into pro keys from the start and they feel pretty natural. On pro keys easy you start off using all the keys, however you stay within a set area of the keyboard for each song. On medium you still stay in a set area (depending on song) but chords come into play. On hard you get more chords, more notes, and you are no longer in a set area. The area will change from right to left showing you move up and down the keyboard. This is very confusing to look at first, and while I haven't mastered it, it doesn't seem too bad. And expert is just crazy mode. I love it, having a lot of fun with it. It has brought new life to the game, and is actually beneficial for really playing the keyboard/piano.

## Features

- Plays Rock Band 3 Keyboard, Guitar & Bass Parts
- 2-octave Design With 25 Velocity-sensitive Keys
- Plays Real Keyboard Parts In The Rock Band Pro Mode
- Plays Like A Guitar Or On A Tabletop
- Use As Midi Keyboard Controller When Not Playing Rock Band (compatible With Most Midi Sequencers)
- All-new Keyboard instrument for Rock Band 3
- Plays Rock Band 3 Keyboard, Guitar* and Bass* parts / Two-octave design with 25 velocity-sensitive keys (*Does not support Guitar/Bass Pro Mode)
- Play real Keyboard parts in the new Rock Band Pro Mode / Versatile layout: Play like a Guitar or on a tabletop
- Use as MIDI Keyboard Controller when not playing Rock Band (compatible with most MIDI sequencers)
- 3 AA Batteries and Keyboard Strap included / Use as MIDI Keyboard Controller when not playing Rock Band (compatible with most MIDI sequencers)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B003RRTXLA |
| Batteries | 3 AA batteries required. |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (365) |
| Date First Available | June 11, 2010 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 4.34 pounds |
| Item model number | RB3971610S34/02/1 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | Mad Catz |
| Product Dimensions | 22.9 x 9.25 x 3.5 inches; 4.35 Pounds |
| Rated | Everyone |
| Release date | October 8, 2010 |
| Type of item | Video Game |

## Images

![Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard for PlayStation 3 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31DrCt6eG4L.jpg)
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![Rock Band 3 Wireless Keyboard for PlayStation 3 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41BDalm2iFL.jpg)
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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Initial impressions...
*by C***E on October 12, 2010*

With the game 2 weeks away from release, the fervor that it's generating is at its peak as evidenced by the fact that Amazon is sold out of the keyboard (as of 10/12/2010 anyway). I received both keyboard and stand (review for the stand is here: Rock Band 3 - Keyboard Stand for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Wii ) last week. Here are my initial impressions of the keyboard: - Build quality is solid. It has a good weight to it and none of it feels flimsy. Battery compartment is snug and tight and there's no fear of anything running loose. - The keyboard comes with its own strap should you feel inclined to "key-tar" it, 80s style. - The keyboard has a touch pad at the end of the handle, on the top. Presumably you will be able to distort held notes, similar to a whammy bar on the guitar. - The keyboard also has an overdrive button adjacent to the touch pad. - The packaging notes that the keyboard will also be able to play guitar and bass parts as well; why you might feel compelled to do that is unfathomable, but it's available...obviously, it won't support Pro modes for stringed instruments. - The keyboard dongle will allow you to plug in TWO peripherals. This may be key for those of us who own the PS3 slim and may not necessarily want to invest in a USB hub (I did, but that's just me) or any other attachment that allows for additional USB hook-ups. - All of the other PS3 controls (Start, Select, PS button, etc.) are all there just like the Rock Band guitar peripherals. - MIDI is supported ... again, I'm not sure why you might want a 25-key keyboard as a MIDI device when a full keyboard would do the job better, but there you have it. Here is my only con thus far: - Keys are not weighted. Granted, it's a relatively compact peripheral, so weighting the keys would have only required additional precious volume, but for something that is purported to be "velocity-sensitive", weighted keys would have been a benefit in this area. Oh well, you can't have everything. So far - very excited. I will update my review once RB3 comes out. However, my initial impressions given the completed keyboard are very, very positive. -- Edit forthcoming -- -- Edit 10/26/10 -- The keyboard responds very well in gameplay. Keys respond accurately and PRO Mode works as advertised. As a warning, Pro Mode will challenge you quite a bit if you're not experienced with a keyboard. But it's a blast -- enjoy!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Much fun!
*by L***L on October 27, 2010*

I just reviewed the game of Rock Band 3 while discussing the keyboard, but I'll add a few notes here as well. The keyboard is the sole reason I got the game, and was enough to get me to start playing Rock Band for the first time. (I was playing Guitar Hero World Tour before. Not too big on the guitar but the drums are fun.) This keyboard works great. The keys feel better and are more solid than I was anticipating. I've seen more expensive compact midi keyboards that have very cheap flimsy feeling keys. They are sturdy and feel nice. Keyboard works very nicely in the game. I jumped right into pro keys from the start and they feel pretty natural. On pro keys easy you start off using all the keys, however you stay within a set area of the keyboard for each song. On medium you still stay in a set area (depending on song) but chords come into play. On hard you get more chords, more notes, and you are no longer in a set area. The area will change from right to left showing you move up and down the keyboard. This is very confusing to look at first, and while I haven't mastered it, it doesn't seem too bad. And expert is just crazy mode. I love it, having a lot of fun with it. It has brought new life to the game, and is actually beneficial for really playing the keyboard/piano.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Almost like a real keyboard
*by P***) on July 15, 2019*

Actually, it IS a real, functional MIDI keyboard. ...Two octaves at a time. Rock Band 3 handles this via a shift mechanism that allows you to move that two-octave window left and right along what a full-size keyboard would be. It took a musician friend about thirty minutes of tearing his hair out to figure that out. But that's only in Pro mode. You can also just use it in basic mode and mash keys in four color-tagged areas of the keyboard, just like any standard Rock Band controller. You can't beat the value, if you'd like a keyboard in your Rock Band.

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